SBS Drama 'Dynamite Kiss' Concludes with Record-Breaking Ratings and a Happy Ending

The SBS drama 'Dynamite Kiss' wrapped up with a tightly sealed happy ending for its lead characters, Jang Ki-yong and Ahn Eun-jin.

According to Nielsen Korea, the final episode of 'Dynamite Kiss,' which aired on the 25th, achieved a peak rating of 8.1%, with 7% in the metropolitan area and 6.9% nationwide, setting a new personal best for the series. It ranked first in viewership among all weekday dramas for seven consecutive weeks. The drama also topped the 2049 demographic ratings, a key indicator of channel competitiveness, with an average of 1.8% and a peak of 2.4%. 'Dynamite Kiss' maintained its popularity throughout its run, sweeping various first-place rankings and ending on a high note.

Characters Gong Ji-hyeok (played by Jang Ki-yong) and Go Da-rim (played by Ahn Eun-jin) found happiness in both love and work, culminating in a perfect ending. The drama's success both domestically and globally marked a significant achievement for SBS's weekday drama lineup.

In the final episode, Gong Ji-hyeok secured evidence from a recording file given by Go Da-rim and confronted Gong Ji-hye (played by Jung Ga-hee) and Yoo Tae-young (played by Jung Hwan) at a shareholders' meeting. He also helped his mother, Kim In-ae (played by Nam Gi-ae), regain her position in the company. Ultimately, Gong Chang-ho (played by Choi Kwang-il), who had caused pain to Gong Ji-hyeok, Yoo Tae-young, and Kim In-ae, faced bitter consequences.

Overjoyed, Gong Ji-hyeok rushed to Go Da-rim, but Yoo Tae-young, unable to contain his anger, hit Gong Ji-hyeok with a car. Go Da-rim, shocked, rushed to his side, hoping for him to wake up. However, when Gong Ji-hyeok awoke a month later, he had forgotten all his happy memories with Go Da-rim and reverted to his old self, distrustful of love.

Go Da-rim decided to leave Gong Ji-hyeok for his sake. Over time, Gong Ji-hyeok felt inexplicable loneliness, while Go Da-rim started her own company and lived her life to the fullest. A year later, they reunited at the party venue where they had shared a 'catastrophic' kiss, leading to another explosive kiss. Gong Ji-hyeok asked, "Shall we do it again?" and finally regained all his memories.

The couple's sweet romance led to a proposal and marriage. Go Da-rim thrived in her career, living a confident and independent life, unlike her past. Additionally, Yoo Ha-young's (played by Woo Da-vi) unrequited love for Kim Sun-woo (played by Kim Mu-jun) showed positive signs, hinting at a happier future for them.

'Dynamite Kiss' left viewers with a sweet sense of excitement until the end. The final scene featured Gong Ji-hyeok and Go Da-rim's kiss, followed by all the actors dancing joyfully, encapsulating the drama's charming and quirky appeal.

Lee So-jung, TENASIA Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr